benzyl
IPA: bˈɛnzɪɫ
noun
- (organic chemistry, especially in combination) The univalent radical C₆H₅-CH₂- related to toluene and benzoic acid
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Examples of "benzyl" in Sentences
- Benzyl chloride is an alkylating agent.
- The active ingredient is benzyl alcohol.
- Over time it converts to benzyl alcohol.
- Alcohol 12 was protected by a benzyl group.
- The benzyl group can be removed by hydrogenation.
- Benzyl acetate is found naturally in many flowers.
- A benzyl alcohol preservative may be added if desired.
- Your suspicions on the benzylic alcohol is well spotted.
- Benzyl alcohol is an organic compound with the formula C6H5CH2OH.
- It is the ester formed by condensation of benzyl alcohol and acetic acid.
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